If getting to a clinic feels like half the battle, you’re not alone. Many Central Islip residents dealing with chronic pain, recent surgery, or mobility limitations find that the trip to therapy drains them before treatment even starts.
In-home physical therapy changes that. You get the same level of care you’d receive in a clinic—gait training, balance work, therapeutic exercise, neuromuscular re-education—but in your own space. No parking. No waiting rooms. No wasted energy.
Your therapist evaluates your home environment, identifies fall risks, and builds a treatment plan around your daily routines. That means you’re not just doing exercises—you’re learning how to move safely in the place where it matters most. For older adults in Central Islip, that difference can mean staying independent longer.
We’ve been providing in-home physical and occupational therapy across Long Island for over 14 years. We work with individuals who find it difficult to leave home due to mobility issues, chronic conditions, or recovery needs.
Our therapists are licensed, experienced, and focused on helping Central Islip residents maintain independence. We accept Medicare and nearly all commercial insurances, so cost doesn’t become another barrier to care. Every session is one-on-one, and treatment plans are built around your specific goals—whether that’s reducing fall risk, managing joint pain, or regaining strength after surgery.
We also work with caregivers. If you’re helping a family member recover or age in place, we’ll show you proper transfer techniques, positioning, and body mechanics to make daily care safer for both of you.
It starts with a phone call. We’ll verify your insurance, confirm Medicare coverage if applicable, and schedule your initial evaluation at a time that works for you.
During the first visit, your physical therapist will assess your mobility, strength, balance, and pain levels. They’ll also walk through your home to identify any hazards—loose rugs, poor lighting, furniture placement—that could increase fall risk. This isn’t just about exercises. It’s about making your environment safer.
From there, your therapist builds a personalized treatment plan. That might include gait training to improve how you walk, resistance and strength training to rebuild muscle, or balance and proprioceptive training to prevent falls. If you’re recovering from a stroke, surgery, or injury, the focus shifts to rehabilitation exercises that restore function and reduce pain.
Sessions typically happen two to three times per week, depending on your needs. Your therapist tracks progress, adjusts the plan as you improve, and communicates with your doctor to keep everyone on the same page. You’re not just getting treatment—you’re getting a plan that evolves with you.
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We treat a wide range of conditions, but the most common requests in Central Islip involve fall prevention, chronic back pain, post-surgical rehabilitation, and stroke recovery. Falls are the leading cause of injury for adults over 65, and the rate keeps climbing. Our fall prevention programs focus on strength, balance, and environmental safety—proven to reduce fall risk by 25% in high-risk adults.
For those dealing with chronic back pain—which accounts for about a third of all physical therapy cases—we use therapeutic exercise, manual techniques, and neuromuscular re-education to address the root cause, not just the symptoms. If you’ve had knee replacement, hip surgery, or another procedure, we guide you through post-surgery rehabilitation at home, where you’re most comfortable and can practice real-world movements.
Stroke rehabilitation and neurological rehabilitation are also core services. After a stroke or neurological event, regaining mobility and independence takes time. Our therapists work on gait training, coordination, and functional movement patterns that help you relearn daily tasks. We also provide occupational therapy for individuals who need support with activities like dressing, bathing, or meal prep.
Every plan is built around what you need to do—not what a textbook says you should be able to do.
Yes. Medicare Part B covers in-home physical therapy if your doctor orders it and you’re considered homebound. Homebound doesn’t mean you can never leave—it means leaving your home takes considerable effort due to illness, injury, or disability.
You’ll need a referral from your physician, and the therapy must be medically necessary. That includes things like recovering from surgery, managing chronic pain, improving mobility after a stroke, or reducing fall risk. Medicare covers up to 80% of the approved amount after you meet your deductible, and most supplemental plans cover the remaining 20%.
We handle the verification process and work directly with Medicare, so you’re not stuck navigating paperwork on your own. If you’re unsure whether you qualify, we can walk through your situation during the initial call and let you know what to expect.
The treatment is the same—you’re working with a licensed physical therapist using the same techniques and exercises you’d get in a clinic. The difference is location and context.
At home, your therapist sees how you actually move in your daily environment. They can spot hazards, adjust furniture, and teach you how to navigate your own space safely. That’s especially important for fall prevention and post-surgery recovery, where real-world practice matters more than controlled clinic exercises.
You also get one-on-one attention for the full session. No splitting time with other patients. No commute. No energy wasted before you even start. For many Central Islip residents—especially older adults or those with chronic conditions—that makes the difference between sticking with therapy and giving up halfway through.
Chronic back pain is the most common, followed by fall prevention, post-surgical rehabilitation, and stroke recovery. Back pain lasting three months or longer affects daily movement, sleep, and quality of life. We use therapeutic exercise, manual therapy, and strength training to address the underlying cause and reduce pain over time.
Fall prevention is critical for older adults. Over 14 million adults 65 and older report falling each year, and falls often lead to serious injuries, loss of independence, or hospitalization. Our programs focus on balance training, gait training, and home safety assessments to reduce that risk.
We also work with individuals recovering from knee or hip replacement, rotator cuff surgery, and other procedures. Post-surgery rehabilitation at home allows you to practice movements in the environment where you’ll actually be using them. And for stroke survivors, we provide neurological rehabilitation that focuses on regaining mobility, coordination, and independence through repetition and functional training.
It depends on your condition, goals, and progress. Most patients attend two to three sessions per week for six to eight weeks, but that can be shorter or longer depending on what you’re recovering from.
If you’re rehabbing after surgery, you might need therapy for two to three months as you regain strength and range of motion. For chronic conditions like back pain or balance issues, therapy might be shorter but more focused on teaching you exercises and strategies you can continue on your own.
Your therapist will reassess your progress regularly and adjust the plan as you improve. The goal isn’t to keep you in therapy forever—it’s to get you strong, stable, and independent again. Once you hit your goals and can manage on your own, you’re done. If you need a tune-up down the road, we’re here.
Yes, in most cases. Medicare requires a physician’s order before starting in-home therapy, and most commercial insurance plans do as well. Your doctor will evaluate your condition and determine whether physical therapy is medically necessary.
If you don’t have a referral yet, we can coordinate with your physician’s office to get one. It’s a simple process—your doctor just needs to document why you need therapy and confirm that you meet the homebound criteria if you’re using Medicare.
Once the referral is in place, we handle the rest. We’ll verify your insurance, schedule your evaluation, and get started. If you’re unsure whether your doctor will approve a referral, call us. We can explain what’s typically required and help you have that conversation with your provider.
Your first session is an evaluation. Your therapist will ask about your medical history, current symptoms, and what you’re hoping to achieve. Then they’ll assess your mobility, strength, balance, and pain levels through a series of movements and tests.
They’ll also walk through your home to identify fall risks—things like loose rugs, poor lighting, clutter, or furniture that’s hard to navigate around. This isn’t about judging your space. It’s about making it safer so you can move confidently without fear of falling.
Based on that evaluation, your therapist will create a treatment plan with specific goals and exercises. You’ll start some of that work during the first visit, so wear comfortable clothing you can move in. The session usually lasts 45 to 60 minutes, and by the end, you’ll know what to expect going forward and how often you’ll meet.
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